M3.7 Depth: 19.0 km

M3.7 Earthquake near Plaza Caisán, Chiriquí (Panama)

UTC time: 2026-07-04 04:58:28 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On July 4, 2026 at 04:58 UTC, a magnitude M3.7 earthquake occurred near Plaza Caisán, Chiriquí (Panama). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 19 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude

M3.7

Depth

19.0 km

UTC time

2026-07-04 04:58:28 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Panama

State

Chiriquí

City

Plaza Caisán

County

Renacimiento

Village

Plaza de Caizán

Source

emsc

Coordinates

8.75800, -82.83180

Temperature

19.5°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

19 km

19 km — close to the regional average (19.7 km)

Regional average: 19.7 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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